TESTIMONIALS

" Shola is an amazing trainer. She takes the time to make sure you do every move correctly and if something is to difficult, she will modify to your abilities. But, don't get me wrong she is tough and won't let you wimp out. " - Missy K.“ Shola motivates me to work harder than I thought possible. She never lets me quit or wimp out. And I can really see the changes in my body and in my performance. ” - Katie P.

" Shola has been instrumental in my pursuit of great personal fitness, controlling my eating and ultimately losing weight and feeling better! I started training with Shola in mid-summer 2011, I was 29 years old, 173 pounds at an average stature of 5 feet 6 inches. My goal was to lose 15 pounds so that I could run a half marathon in under 2 hrs. Shola worked with me as a whole, she had me keep a food log so I could see what I was taking in each day then worked with me each week on improving what I put in my body as well as giving workouts I could do on my own based on our training sessions. She worked with me as a whole and I took her seriously as she did my training. I lost a total of 16 pounds in just under three months, I have kept the weight off and feel great! I also beat my personal record in the Big Sur Half Marathon in November 2011 with a time of 1 hr and 52 minutes which is 13 minutes faster than any other half marathon I have ever run. I feel and look great and I am making healthier decisions about my food and fitness based on what Shola and I worked on together. " - Sharla S.

“ I've done everything under the sun to get into shape: kickboxing/boxing, Taekwondo, cycling/spinning, running, Pilates, yoga, and many others, but *nothing* has changed my body (and my spirit) more than working out with Shola. There is something about her unique combination of strength training exercises and Tabata method/HIIT that puts your body into high gear for health and fitness. She keeps all her classes fresh and challenging and insures each of her classes is appropriate for all skill levels. Mix one part drill sergeant with one part personal cheerleader and you have Shola! She is one of the best trainers I've had the pleasure of working with! “ – Cat C.“ Shola is the best trainer and physical exercise instructor I have ever had! I have seen positive results from the strength, endurance and stability techniques which she incorporates in her classes. Her classes are fun, energetic and her compassion for her students shines through in all that she does. I highly recommend Shola! “– Reyes B.

" Shola has been a part of my workout routine for over 3 years now. She has been my inspiration and my motivation ever since. I love the energy she brings to the class! She always pushes you to do more and she makes sure to come around to help you with your form and breathing. It's obvious she has so much passion for what she does!! Her workout routines have helped me to develop a stronger core as well as helped me to develop a stronger, more toned body overall. I look forward to going to Shola's class and leaving with a great sweat every time. In addition, Shola is currently training me for Tough Mudder. It doesn't matter if I am working out with Shola in a class or one-on-one, I know that I will have an awesome workout! " - Marie A.“ It is rare to find a fitness trainer as talented as Shola. She has a unique ability to motivate her students to push themselves to their limits and have fun doing so. I started training with Shola a few years ago and have looked forward to every training session. Shola’s training has allowed me to do great things. Last year, I climbed Mt Whitney, the highest peak in the Lower 48 at 14,495 feet, in a day. Shola’s focus on developing core muscle groups and agility aided me in my endeavors and will aid any athlete in theirs. Additionally, Shola is one of those rare individuals who gives 110% to her clients and truly measures her success by yours! “ – Doug W.“ I joined Shola's class in March of 2010. Within a year, I was in the best shape of my life. Besides having an energetic personality, she has an excellent knowledge of anatomy and training techniques. As result of training with her, I ran a half-marathon in under 2 hours, something I had never fathomed doing before. Shola is such a motivator and keeps me pushing past my thresholds. As a result of this, I always look forward to training with her. “ – Martin H." I have been attending Shola's Fitness Classes for several years--initially at the 24 Hour Gym in Oakland and more recently at her Telegraph Ave Studio in Berkeley. I am 76 years old and intent on staying fit, physically and mentally. Her classes are truly amazing. Her exercises are varied and never boring. She finds the hidden strength and endurance in her students, urging them to achieve more, without being overbearing or intimidating. The results for me have been very rewarding. I intend to continue following Shola, wherever she goes. "- Peter B.

" When I first joined Shola’s fitness classes back in 2007, I was so intimidated by those GroupX classes but I was determined to get myself together. Although Shola whooped my ass every day and got in my face on a regular basis, every time I looked at her sideways for all the one-arm push-ups, she was such a positive force in my life. She made me look forward to pushing myself to exhaustion, so much so that I my own regular spot in her class right in the front. In her class I lost 70 pounds in one year. More importantly, I gained the confidence and strength to make a lot of other changes in my life that have led me to where I am today. Love you Shola! Thank you so much for being my first exercise class instructor. Your fire and energy have been an amazing catalyst for me. " - Nina M.